Abstract
The literature that schizophrenia may be a viral or immunologic disorder is reviewed. Although these hypotheses were formulated more than half a century ago, researchers have failed to establish clear evidence for their support. Nevertheless, epidemiologic issues addressed in this article provide impetus for further pursuit of research in this area.
MeSH terms
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Animals
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Autoimmune Diseases / complications
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Callitrichinae
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Encephalitis, Arbovirus / complications
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Humans
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Immune System Diseases / complications*
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Immunoglobulin G / adverse effects
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Immunoglobulins / blood
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Killer Cells, Natural / metabolism
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Lymphocytes / physiology
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Schizophrenia / etiology*
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Schizophrenia / immunology
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Seasons
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Virus Diseases / complications*
Substances
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Immunoglobulin G
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Immunoglobulins
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